Science Teacher - Full Time

Science Teacher - Full Time

Finborough School is a thriving, ambitious independent co-educational day and boarding school for children aged 2-18 years. The school is set in 40 acres on the outskirts of Stowmarket in Suffolk.

Over the past 10 years there has been significant pupil growth and investment in the facilities across the entire site.

This role is suitable for a specialist in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics from Key Stage 3 up to A Level.

We take pride in being a successful business that has grown pupil numbers whilst still being selective. Major investment at the school in recent years has included a new Science and Art Building (incorporating 5 fully equipped teaching laboratories), new Computer Science suite, innovative new Learning Hub, new Pre-Prep Building, extensive new multi million pound sports facilities and a new Performing Arts Centre, including industry standard music studios, 200 seat theatre and dance studios. We are exceptionally fortunate to have a highly committed, capable and loyal team of staff who work with our truly wonderful children and young adults. Everything we do at Finborough is to enrich the lives of our excellent pupils and to continue to provide the best preparation for life. In summary we live our mantra ‘better never stops’ though an unrelenting drive for continued improvement.

The successful candidate will have a ‘growth mindset’ and a commitment to sustaining the highest possible standards coupled with being an inspirational teacher.

A very generous salary and benefit package is available. Start date is April 2025.

Closing date for applications is Friday 22nd November with interviews taking place week commencing 25th November.

For further information about the school please visit our website www.finboroughschool.co.uk or contact us on 01449 773600. A recruitment pack, including the job description and application form is available from our website.

Finborough School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the position, including checks with past employers, the Department for Education and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). A copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and our Safer Recruitment Policy are available on our website.

Job Description - Full Time

To effectively carry out the professional duties of a Science teacher, as circumstances may require and in accordance with the school’s policies, under the direction of the Headmaster. 

This role is suitable for a specialist in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics from Key Stage 3 up to A Level.

Accountable to: Deputy Head (Senior School)

Teaching and Learning

a. To plan, prepare and deliver lesson activities for students according to the school’s curriculum policy, which ensures progression, pace and challenge, and which makes appropriate educational provision for all students

b. To have knowledge of and keep up to date with current pedagogy, including the requirements of Examinations and the National Curriculum

c. To maintain a positive and inspiring working environment for effective learning, including resources and the students’ work.

d. To make effective and meaningful use of ICT to promote teaching and learning

e. To be aware of current Health and Safety regulations relevant to your subject. 

Assessment and Recording

a. To assess and monitor systematically the progress of each student within your classes.

b. To mark, record and monitor work, providing constructive feedback and setting meaningful targets for future progress in order to inform planning

c. To provide reports of attainment on individual students to the Headmaster, Deputy Head (Senior School), Leadership Team and Parents as necessary

d. To be familiar with the Policy for identification, assessment and support of children with special educational needs

e. To contribute to reports on the personal and social needs of students, as required

f. To ensure that other adults involved with the children, such as learning support and boarding, are communicated with effectively as necessary

All school staff are expected to:

a. Work towards and support the school vision and objectives for development. To support the Headteacher and Senior Staff in the pursuit of these objectives at all times but to challenge constructively when warranted

b. Support and uphold the schools values of respect, results and honesty

c. Set high expectations of behaviour, establishing and maintaining good discipline and control of students in accordance with school policy.

d. Act as a role model to students in all actions and behaviour.

e. Contribute to the broader life of the school by supporting and leading curricular and extra-curricular events.

f. Work effectively as part of a team but also to be able to show initiative and independence in their areas of influence.

g. Raise concerns about individual children or school practice, when necessary, for the better performance of the educational process

h. Support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding students.

i. Work within the school’s health and safety policy to ensure a safe working environment for staff, students and visitors.

j. Work within the school’s diversity policy to promote equality of opportunity for all students and staff, both current and prospective.

k. Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and positive, courteous relations with students, parents and colleagues.

l. Engage actively in the appraisal process.

m. Participate in professional learning programmes and activities such as parents' meetings or open days so as to help maintain and improve the ethos and performance of the whole school for the benefit of its students.

n. Adhere to policies as set out in the school’s policies and procedures

o. Contribute to the positive promotion and marketing of the school in the local and wider community.

p. Undertake any reasonable duties as directed by the Headteacher or members of the Senior Leadership Team.

Science

a. Teach Science to pupils aged 11 to 18 inspiring a passion for the subjects.

b. Teach KS3, GCSE and A Level Science (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) to the highest standard.

c. Support pupils through both the curriculum and additional opportunities to achieve their best possible grades for their Science subjects, making excellent progress beyond expectations.

d. Have the highest aspirations and expectations regards quality of pupils’ Science work. e. Contribute to the on going development of the curriculum Review and Amendment

This job description should be seen as enabling rather than restrictive and will be subject to regular review.